Our traditional style Master quality #10,000 Hakama is made of a thick 100% cotton which will maintain an excellent fit, provide easy care and give years of service. Made in Saitama prefecture, in the Bushu area. This are of Japan is famous for Bushu Shoaizome dyeing process. Very popular among the top ranking Senseis. Now at a very affordable price.

As usual, the product value, shopping experience and timely shipping were excellent from e-bogu. I was looking for a heavy-weight hakama after wearing a tetron hakama (also from e-bogu) for 2 1/2 years (which is still in good condition). This hakama has been through 2 vinegar soaks, and the dye is fairly well set. It still bleeds a little, which is expected from the Shoaizome process, but it washed right out of my gi. The koshita is very thick and stiff, which is a good reminder for posture. As is often the case, the front (long) himo are not as long as some other makes of hakama. I simply adapted my tying method, but I would recommend himo extensions, regardless of waist size.Overall a very high-quality traditional hakama.